limo
word
/ˈɫɪmoʊ/
LI-moh
/lˈɪməʊ/
LI-moh
Definition
A limo is a large, expensive car, often driven by a chauffeur. People commonly use it for special events, airport service, or luxury travel.
Usage & Nuances
Short for 'limousine' and common in informal everyday English. It often suggests a long black luxury car, but people also use it for professional car services. Common phrases: 'limo service', 'stretch limo', 'arrive in a limo'.
Spanish: limusinaPortuguese (BR): limusine - limusinaPortuguese (PT): limusinaChinese (Simplified): 豪华轿车 - 加长豪车Chinese (Traditional): 豪華轎車 - 加長豪車Hindi: लिमोज़ीनArabic: ليموزينBengali: লিমোRussian: лимо - лимузинJapanese: リムジン - リモVietnamese: xe limo - xe limousineKorean: 리무진 - 리모Turkish: limo - limuzinUrdu: لِموIndonesian: limo - limusin
Example Sentences
They rented a limo for the wedding.
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A black limo stopped in front of the hotel.
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The singer arrived in a limo.
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We can't afford a limo, so let's just get a regular car.
natural
He showed up in a limo like he was a movie star.
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If the flight is delayed, the limo service will wait for you.
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